Shawnigan Lake School - Yearbook (Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia Canada)

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SHAWNIGAN LAKE SCHOOL MAGAZINE wwfBmM pm IT IS hard to realize how difficult it is to change from one game of football to another, but the great keenness shown by the whole school greatly minimised this. Although the standard was not in any way high, the energy shown rather flossed over the lack of cleverness. Onlv the most elementarv phases of the game could be tackled, and before the end of the season there seemed to be some sun showing through the clouds. Low tackling and going down on the ball were sadly lack- ing. It must be remembered that these two are the first essen- tials of the game, attack and defense play can come later. Larsen, as captain, was well supported by Slater and Merritt. Lest this should sound as if there was no hope for the fu- ture, let us hasten to add that such is not the case. Starting practically where we left off last year and with nearly the whole XV still with us, we should soon be able to say that we can- turn out a Rugger XV of the same quality as our old Soccer XI ' s, and this would be no mean standard either. Larsen. (Captain). Wing three-quarter. A very strong and fast runner who did not quite realize his own speed. Inclined to get rather rattled in a tight corner. Good kick, fair hands. Slater. Scrum half. A clever player, but must not attempt too much on his own, also be more determined in his tackling. Good pair of hands. 5

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SHAWNIGAN LAKE SCHOOL MAGAZINE The same choir very kindly sang the test pieces again at a concert in the S. L. A. A. Hall at Shawnigan Lake on May 17th, when the programme consisted of all pieces sung by all choirs in the district who had entered for the Victoria Music Festival. The proceeds were given towards a fund for pro- viding pianos for three local public schools. One of our most urgent needs was provided for by the erection of two tennis courts, near the gym. These have been built of wood in the most approved manner and very excellent courts they are. It is to be hoped that the standard of play will be materially improved as a result. In regard to tennis we congratulate Bradford 11 on his successes in the Island Tennis Tournament at Duncan during the summer holidays. Another feature of the School which has elicited praise from all visitors is the garden and approach to the Main School. Those who remember the rather unedifying swamp between the buildings and the road will be astounded at re- cent developments, in great measure due to Mr. R. J. Cromie ' s generosity. The Riding School which was started last year has proved a great success. A wide trail, due to the unselfish energy of Mr. A. P. Musgrave, has now been cut all around the School property, and should prove to be a useful asset. Our thanks are due to Mrs. Nairn and other kind friends tor their generosity towards the library. We would particu- larly like to thank Mr. Rose for the splendid collection he gave us. Also would we thank Miss Gildea for the gift of a statue, the Winged Nike of Samothrace. We welcome this year on the staff: Mr. A. D. Muskett, Mr. A. D. Paterson, Dr. W. D. Paterson, Mr. J. S. Harrington and Mr. R. G. B. Humphreys. The prefects this year are: Harcourt (Head of School), Slater, Douglas 1, Macrae, Lake 1, Merritt.

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SHAWNIGAN LAKE SCHOOL MAGAZINE Merritt. Forward. Has learnt the game very quickly and developed into a real good forward, a good hooker and place kick, also good in the line-out. Harcourt. Fullback. A very brave player, but is rather in- clined to get out of position. Quite a good kick. Mackedie. Forward. On his day is a very good winger, must, however, remember to push in the scrum. Good hands and kick. Lake I. Forward. A good, honest, hard worker, rather clumsy with his feet in the scrum. Poor pair of hands. pflv V ' f $ $■ ■ ? ' • ' ta jjp, 7 FIRST XV. 1928-1929 Stewart II. Forward. A very vigorous player, must learn to use his brains to better effect. Poor in the line out. Playfair. Forward. Rather slow-thinking, must make up his mind what he wants to do, and do it, whether it is right or wrong. Poor hands, good kick. Bazett. Forward. Rather variable, takes an enormous amount of exercise, but not to the best advantage. Poor in the line out. Taylor I. Stand-off half. Quite a clever half, is inclined to be far too selfish, must get off the mark quicker. Poor tackle, good kick. Ames. Five-eighths. When he learns more about this rather difficult position, should be very useful. Good kick.